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Summer is a great time of year for kids to ride their ponies - lots of daylight hours and plenty of shows and riding activities available. But soaring temperatures and exposure to the sun require specific apparel for comfort and UV protection. We have a broad range of kids summer clothes to keep them cool and protected! Fabric with Cooling Technology This is the trend for summer riding! Kerrits has Coolcore ® fabric that wicks and cools. Many products us …

Are you about to purchase a blanket or sheet for your pony or miniature horse? Check out our most popular blankets and sheets! We’ve compiled this list based on evaluations of the products (including testing on our ponies), customer feedback and on current sales data and number of page views. Turnout Sheets Amigo Pony Hero 900 T/O Sheet Dark Blue/Capris/Raspberry Weatherbeeta Comfitec Premier Purple/Navy/Mint Baker Turnout Sheet Baker Plaid Am …

Leadline classes at shows are very popular and quite enjoyable for kids, judges, spectators, family and friends. Competing in leadline classes is a great way for young riders, usually 7 years and under, to get experience in the show ring and to have fun. There are plenty of opportunities to do so from small local shows up to large competitions such as Devon and Upperville. 1. Choose Your Mount Ponies are the perfect size mounts for young riders but you want …

Pony Finals is quickly approaching and many young equestrians across the country are looking foward to and preparing for this memorable event held annually at Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington KY. There will be over 600 ponies attending this year competing in Small, Medium and Large pony hunters, both Regular and Green plus Pony Jumpers and a pony Medal (equitation). Ponies and riders must qualify for the event so it's quite an accomplishment just to go! …

I show a lot of grey ponies in hand at Welsh shows and in hunter breeding classes at hunter shows. The one question I’m most often asked is ‘How do you get your ponies tails so white?’ So, how is it done? I use the best products for cleaning and care that I’ve figured out from years of trial and error. The skin and tails on grey ponies can be quite sensitive to harsh cleaners. Although these can whiten, they can leave the skin pink and irritated. My …

The Amigo Pony Bug Rug is one of the most versatile, well-loved pony fly sheets available! With it's removable neck cover and optional waterproof fly sheet liner it's useful rain or shine. The color is perfect for ponies. The pale azure blue sheet will keep them cool and the bright pink surcingles plus Pink/White/Blue trim add a pop of color for the smaller equines. It's soft and durable plus has great UV protection. Posey is wearing the Hor …

The lead line classes at the Devon Horse Show in Devon, PA are one of the most popular and prestigious in the US. There were over 100 entries in two classes at the 2019 show. The Devon Horse Show has been held in late May through early June in Devon, Pennsylvania since 1896. It is both the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse competition in the United States. It's internationally recognized as one of the premier equestrian events in the country. Over 20 …

The leadline classes at the Upperville Colt and Horse Show are extremely popular with tons of entries and a huge crowd of spectators lining the ring, taking photos and encouraging the young competitors. Upperville is the oldest horse show in the country, dating back to 1853. It attracts the nation’s top ranking hunters and jumpers as well as local ponies, sidesaddle ladies and racing Jack Russell Terriers. In the leadline classes, you might see some of the top r …

Rosehaven Merlin, a Section B Welsh pony, went to his first Welsh show of the year this past weekend. Being a two year old, he just shows in hand at the walk and trot. Classes at Welsh breed shows are divided by section and then by sex and age. Geldings compete in their own separate division and his class was for Section B geldings two and under. Winning blues under both judges, he then went into the championship to compete against the older Section B geldi …

A cold snap following a snow storm this past week was some of the worst winter weather we've experienced in Maryland so far this year. And on one of the coldest nights, a little filly decided it was her time to be born. After drying her off she was still shivering even though she was in a snug barn - the weather was just not cooperating. Owner Kris Morris of Fat Chance Farm, called us with approximate measurements of center of chest to center of tail and asked i …